/** * Deprecated Functions of Astra Theme. * * @package Astra * @link https://wpastra.com/ * @since Astra 1.0.23 */ if ( ! defined( 'ABSPATH' ) ) { exit; } /** * Deprecating footer_menu_static_css function. * * Footer menu specific static CSS function. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated footer_menu_static_css() Use astra_footer_menu_static_css() * @see astra_footer_menu_static_css() * * @return string Parsed CSS */ function footer_menu_static_css() { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_footer_menu_static_css()' ); return astra_footer_menu_static_css(); } /** * Deprecating is_support_footer_widget_right_margin function. * * Backward managing function based on flag - 'support-footer-widget-right-margin' which fixes right margin issue in builder widgets. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated is_support_footer_widget_right_margin() Use astra_support_footer_widget_right_margin() * @see astra_support_footer_widget_right_margin() * * @return bool true|false */ function is_support_footer_widget_right_margin() { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_support_footer_widget_right_margin()' ); return astra_support_footer_widget_right_margin(); } /** * Deprecating prepare_button_defaults function. * * Default configurations for builder button components. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated prepare_button_defaults() Use astra_prepare_button_defaults() * @param array $defaults Button default configs. * @param string $index builder button component index. * @see astra_prepare_button_defaults() * * @return array */ function prepare_button_defaults( $defaults, $index ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_prepare_button_defaults()' ); return astra_prepare_button_defaults( $defaults, absint( $index ) ); } /** * Deprecating prepare_html_defaults function. * * Default configurations for builder HTML components. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated prepare_html_defaults() Use astra_prepare_html_defaults() * @param array $defaults HTML default configs. * @param string $index builder HTML component index. * @see astra_prepare_html_defaults() * * @return array */ function prepare_html_defaults( $defaults, $index ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_prepare_html_defaults()' ); return astra_prepare_html_defaults( $defaults, absint( $index ) ); } /** * Deprecating prepare_social_icon_defaults function. * * Default configurations for builder Social Icon components. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated prepare_social_icon_defaults() Use astra_prepare_social_icon_defaults() * @param array $defaults Social Icon default configs. * @param string $index builder Social Icon component index. * @see astra_prepare_social_icon_defaults() * * @return array */ function prepare_social_icon_defaults( $defaults, $index ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_prepare_social_icon_defaults()' ); return astra_prepare_social_icon_defaults( $defaults, absint( $index ) ); } /** * Deprecating prepare_widget_defaults function. * * Default configurations for builder Widget components. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated prepare_widget_defaults() Use astra_prepare_widget_defaults() * @param array $defaults Widget default configs. * @param string $index builder Widget component index. * @see astra_prepare_widget_defaults() * * @return array */ function prepare_widget_defaults( $defaults, $index ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_prepare_widget_defaults()' ); return astra_prepare_widget_defaults( $defaults, absint( $index ) ); } /** * Deprecating prepare_menu_defaults function. * * Default configurations for builder Menu components. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated prepare_menu_defaults() Use astra_prepare_menu_defaults() * @param array $defaults Menu default configs. * @param string $index builder Menu component index. * @see astra_prepare_menu_defaults() * * @return array */ function prepare_menu_defaults( $defaults, $index ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_prepare_menu_defaults()' ); return astra_prepare_menu_defaults( $defaults, absint( $index ) ); } /** * Deprecating prepare_divider_defaults function. * * Default configurations for builder Divider components. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated prepare_divider_defaults() Use astra_prepare_divider_defaults() * @param array $defaults Divider default configs. * @param string $index builder Divider component index. * @see astra_prepare_divider_defaults() * * @return array */ function prepare_divider_defaults( $defaults, $index ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_prepare_divider_defaults()' ); return astra_prepare_divider_defaults( $defaults, absint( $index ) ); } /** * Deprecating is_astra_pagination_enabled function. * * Checking if Astra's pagination enabled. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated is_astra_pagination_enabled() Use astra_check_pagination_enabled() * @see astra_check_pagination_enabled() * * @return bool true|false */ function is_astra_pagination_enabled() { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_check_pagination_enabled()' ); return astra_check_pagination_enabled(); } /** * Deprecating is_current_post_comment_enabled function. * * Checking if current post's comment enabled and comment section is open. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated is_current_post_comment_enabled() Use astra_check_current_post_comment_enabled() * @see astra_check_current_post_comment_enabled() * * @return bool true|false */ function is_current_post_comment_enabled() { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_check_current_post_comment_enabled()' ); return astra_check_current_post_comment_enabled(); } /** * Deprecating ast_load_preload_local_fonts function. * * Preload Google Fonts - Feature of self-hosting font. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated ast_load_preload_local_fonts() Use astra_load_preload_local_fonts() * @param string $google_font_url Google Font URL generated by customizer config. * @see astra_load_preload_local_fonts() * * @return string */ function ast_load_preload_local_fonts( $google_font_url ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_load_preload_local_fonts()' ); return astra_load_preload_local_fonts( $google_font_url ); } /** * Deprecating ast_get_webfont_url function. * * Getting webfont based Google font URL. * * @since 3.7.4 * @deprecated ast_get_webfont_url() Use astra_get_webfont_url() * @param string $google_font_url Google Font URL generated by customizer config. * @see astra_get_webfont_url() * * @return string */ function ast_get_webfont_url( $google_font_url ) { _deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '3.7.4', 'astra_get_webfont_url()' ); return astra_get_webfont_url( $google_font_url ); 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You deposit, you spin, you maybe cash out. But https://casino-and-friends.org.uk/ leans into something different – the idea that gambling should feel less like a solo grind and more like a night out with people who actually know what they’re doing. The “friends” part isn’t just branding; it’s baked into the structure. The VIP lounge, the daily pick offers, the live dealer tables where you can chat with real dealers – all of it nudges the experience toward something social, even when you’re playing alone in your living room.

What You Actually Get When You Sign Up

New players land a welcome offer that’s straightforward but tight: deposit £10 and get 150 free spins on Big Bass Splash. The spin value is £0.10, so you’re looking at £15 worth of play. The catch? You’ve got 24 hours to use those spins and try to convert them into cash. Wagering is 10x the free spin winnings, and you have 30 days to clear that. It’s not the most generous window, but it forces you to actually play – no hoarding bonuses.

Game Selection That Doesn’t Bore You

With over 6,000 games from providers like Play N’Go, IGT, and Evolution Gaming, you’re not stuck flipping through the same five slots. The lobby has a search bar and categories that actually work. You can jump from Hugo Legacy to Cleopatra to Adventures Beyond Wonderland live without digging through junk. The hot/cold feature – a flame on recently profitable games, a snowflake on cold ones – updates every five minutes. Useful for spotting trends, though it’s not a crystal ball.

  • Live dealer games from Playtech and Evolution Gaming
  • Video poker: three versions including Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Live
  • Progressive jackpot slots – just search “progressive” in the lobby

Where It Falls Short

The biggest pain point is live chat, which runs from 6am to midnight. No 24/7 support. If you hit a problem at 3am, you’re waiting for an email response. The registration process also requires a mobile verification step – a four-digit code sent to your phone – and an automated identity check that can block your first deposit or withdrawal if it fails. That’s not unusual, but it’s an extra hoop if you’re trying to play immediately.

Payment Options at a Glance

Deposit Methods Withdrawal Methods
Debit cards Debit cards
E-wallets E-wallets
Prepaid cards Bank transfer
Pay by phone –

Payouts are generally fast – they advertise speed, and in practice most withdrawals land within a couple of days. No phone support, but the FAQ covers the basics.

How to Get the Most Out of It

If you’re signing up, here’s the practical sequence that works:

  1. Register with your real details and tick the promotional emails – that’s how you catch daily pick offers and tournament invites.
  2. Deposit £10 immediately to claim the 150 free spins, then use them within 24 hours. Don’t let them expire.
  3. Check the promos tab weekly for reload bonuses and free spin drops. The VIP points system rewards every wager, so even small bets add up over time.
  4. Use the search bar to find progressive jackpot slots if you’re chasing a big win – the standard slots are fine, but the jackpots are where the real variance lives.

The site’s design is clean, the navigation is intuitive, and the responsible gambling tools – deposit limits, self-exclusion, SafeMate stats – are actually visible, not buried in a footer. Casino and Friends won’t reinvent your relationship with gambling, but it does make the process feel less like a cold algorithm and more like a shared table. That’s worth something.

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